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India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI: India Predicted XI - Sanju Samson likely to debut, Shikhar Dhawan may play three spinners
India vs Sri Lanka: The stage is set for an epic encounter when Shikhar Dhawan-led Indian team face off against Sri Lanka.
India vs Sri Lanka 1st ODI Predicted XI: All eyes will be on the Shikhar Dhawan-led Indian team as they gear up for the first ODI against Sri Lanka. With several uncapped players in the team, it will be interesting to see the player combination India go ahead with in the first game. Dhawan's captaincy methods will also be observed closely.
Here is a look at India's Predicted XI vs Sri Lanka:
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Shikhar Dhawan (Captain): As a captain, Dhawan would want to lead the team from the front. He would want to not only score the runs but also make match-winning decisions.
Prithvi Shaw: Prithvi Shaw would be eager to showcase that he still belongs in the Indian team after a downward spiral in 2020. He would be eager to make a case for himself for selection in the T20I World Cup squad.
Suryakumar Yadav: Suryakumar Yadav has been in tremendous form over the years in the domestic circuit and in IPL, and he was rewarded with the India cap in 2021. He would be eager to shine in the series to continue his progress.
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Sanju Samson (Wicket-keeper): Sanju Samson is yet to make his ODI debut for India. But it may change on Sunday as Sanju is likely to play his first 50-over game against Sri Lanka.
Manish Pandey: Manish Pandey has been in and out of the Indian team for several years now, but the Sri Lanka series would be his golden chance to cement his place. He would look to show what he can do in the middle-order.
Hardik Pandya: Hardik Pandya is expected to bowl in the series as questions have been raised over his all-rounder status. After an insipid show in the first half of IPL 2021, he would look to fire in the series.
Krunal Pandya: Krunal Pandya faced a few questions on his bowling abilities during India's ODI series against England. But he may do wonders on turning tracks in Sri Lanka.
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar (Vice-captain): Bhuvneshwar Kumar will lead India's bowling attack, being the senior-most bowler in the team. He would eye early wickets in the match.
Kuldeep Yadav: Kuldeep Yadav has been out of the Indian team due to a dip in form in recent months. But on turning tracks in Sri Lanka, along with his partner in crime Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep may find his mojo back.
Yuzvendra Chahal: Yuzvendra Chahal also has been in and out of the team, but he may cement his place in the T20 World Cup squad if he performs well in Sri Lanka. Big opportunity for him.
Deepak Chahar: The rise of Mohammed Siraj in the Indian bowling line-up has led to Deepak Chahar's place being in question in the team. But with Siraj now being in England and his white-ball credentials still in doubt, Chahar can show why he should at least be in the conversation.
